Social Care Worker
CORU registered Social Care Worker or CORU in process applicants urgently required for Residential Services Co Kildare
Social Care Worker salary scale; point 1; €36,379 - point 12; €52,445 per annum
Must be authorised to work in Ireland.
Responsibilities
* Build respectful, trusting relationships that honour each person's identity, choices, and need for emotional safety and privacy.
* Promote inclusion, independence, and self-advocacy by supporting meaningful community participation, decision-making, and personal growth.
* Empower individuals to pursue their goals, interests, culture, and values in ways that reflect dignity and respect.
The Social Care Worker will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive team to deliver a high-quality service. Working closely with the Social Care Leader, multi-disciplinary team and families, the key task is to provide a person centred support service to ensure a good quality of life for the individuals.
Essential Qualifications & Requirements
* Authorised to work in Ireland
* CORU registered or in process of registration
* Hold a minimum of a Level 7 on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Heath or Social Care.
* Social Care Worker - Approved Qualifications - Approved by the Social Care Workers Registration Board
* Fluent English required
* Candidates must have 1 years' experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities
* An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.
* An ability to follow, evaluate and contribute to the further development of plans and methods to meet the ongoing needs of individuals supported.
* Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
* Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
* A full driver's licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.
Benefits
* Premium Payments - Saturday Rates, Double time on Sunday, Unsocial pay rates applicable
* Permanent Full time
* 22 Days annual leave
* 40 Hours per week based on a roster system; Day and Night duty cover
* Pay scales
* Paid annual leave
* Death in Service Benefit
* Paid travel expenses
Additional Benefits
* Additional Staff on shift
* Advance notice of roster
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Parking available
* Career progression opportunities
* Work/life balance
* Refer a friend scheme
* Employee Assist Programme offering advice and counselling
* Paid mandatory training
Why work with Orange Recruitment?
* Career advice and support from experienced social care professionals
* 24 hour response time
* Constant communication
* Full onboarding assistance from start to finish
* Access to additional training
* Interview advice and preparation
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